Logistics Specialist

Our client, a leading logistics and transportation organization, is seeking a Logistics Specialist to join their team. As a Logistics Specialist, you will be part of the logistics support department supporting the transportation operations team. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, effective communication, and a proactive approach, which will align successfully in the organization.

Logistics Specialist

Southfield, MI

$20-$21/hr

• Monday - Friday, 9am - 6pm
• Monday-Friday 12:30PM-9PM

• Maintain customer profile information and enter loads from customer tenders into the Freight Optimizer system
• Update account managers on problem loads and actions taken; inform receivers and customers on load status
• Monitor daily pick-ups and deliveries to ensure timely arrivals and good condition of loads
• Take check calls from drivers, ensuring loads will deliver on time; validate load data prior to marking loads delivered for accounting
• Investigate product overages, shortages, damages, and complete appropriate documentation

• At least 1 year of logistics experience
• General knowledge of the transportation industry
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience writing routine reports and correspondence
• The ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in written, verbal, or diagram form

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment
• Potential for long-term career growth
• Engagement in meaningful logistics operations
• Development of valuable industry skills
• Supportive team collaboration

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)